MSPs are expected to meet soon to discuss how a Scottish Parliament probe into the government's investigation of sexual misconduct allegations against Alex Salmond will proceed.
The inquiry was previously halted due to criminal proceedings over fears it could prejudice the former first minister's trial.
However, following Salmond's acquittal by a jury in Edinburgh , the Daily Record reports that Holyrood insiders believe there is no reason why the inquiry cannot now go ahead.
It could see witnesses including Salmond and First Minister Nicola Sturgeon called to give evidence.
MSPs may also want to hear from SNP advisers including Sturgeon's chief of staff, as well as Scottish Government officials.
Salmond successfully challenged the Scottish Government's handling of complaints against him, with a senior judge ruling the investigation was biased and unlawful.
He was awarded £500,000 in legal costs.
The former SNP leader was then acquitted earlier this year of 13 charges against him.
Speaking after the verdict, he told journalists that certain evidence his defence could not use in court would "see the light of day".
The Daily Record reported on Tuesday that MSPs would meet digitally to discuss how the investigation would proceed following Salmond's acquittal.
Key to the investigation will be meetings which took place between Salmond and Sturgeon to discuss the investigation.
A source told the paper there was " a lot of impatience" with there being no legal reason the inquiry cannot proceed.
Speaking at the time the meeting were revealed, Sturgeon said: “I have acted appropriately and in good faith throughout, and in compliance with the ministerial code at all times.
"However, I have reflected carefully and understand that it is also important for parliament and the wider public to be assured of that."
